Knit Sock Workshop

Expand your sock-knitting options with a toolkit of helpful tips and techniques! Learn the Kitchener stitch, the figure-8 cast-on and much more.

Skill Level

Intermediate

What You Get

12 Streaming HD video lessons with anytime, anywhere access

Class materials, including sock patterns and a materials list

Hours of close-up instruction

Answers to student questions from instructor Donna Druchunas

Closed captioning available (web only)

How it works

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Watch on any device anytime.

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Class Overview

Designer and author Donna Druchunas walks you through knitting socks from the ground up. From casting on to binding off, Donna details simple steps to make intricate sock patterns easy and enjoyable. Once you've worn handmade socks, your feet won't be satisfied with anything else. Donna introduces you to knitting from the toe up so you can try on the sock as you knit and adjust the height of the cuff. You will discover two techniques for starting a sock, three different heel techniques, and usefuls tips and tricks like the figure-8 cast-on and stretchy bind-off. Learn to read charts and use double-pointed or circular needles to create lace and stranded colorwork in the round.

Taught by

Donna Druchunas

Instructor

Donna is an expert on ethnic patterns and techniques and is the author of six books, including Arctic Lace. She teaches workshops around the world on topics such as rug knitting, spinning and dyeing, Lithuanian socks, Japanese sweaters and Norwegian pullovers. Donna lives in a 150-year-old New England farmhouse with her husband, mother and three cats, who all help her test the usability and comfort of her finished knitted items.